"I never thought this day would happen," said Mayor Bill Gillespie. "I never thought we'd pull this off, but it has happened. So, let's get this ground turned over."

The city plans to build the splash pad in the open area of flat land behind Pratt Pool so it can tap into the location's water and electricity supply. Instead of concrete, the recycled products, which will consist of a blend of plastic, rubber and other materials, will be used to create the surface of the splash pad.

The mayor assembled a committee after winning the contest to research and decide on the features the splash pad would benefit from the most. Earlier this month, residents were able to vote on which water fountain they wanted to install as part of the splash pad.

We voted through the entire competition," said Prattville resident Amanda Judy. "I'm excited to take my nieces, nephews and future children here when it's done."